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To: Lane3 who wrote (3666)3/20/2002 1:03:33 PM
From: Solon  Read Replies (1) of 21057
 
It seems that most people who oppose the death penalty focus on the execution of innocent people. I don't find that much of an issue.

What finally convinced me was the cost-benefit

Perhaps there is some confusion here? I also oppose the death penalty for murderers because of the costs involved. However, I oppose the death penalty for innocent people because of a respect for human life. If the person is innocent, I don't believe that the cost would sway my opinion, even if the execution was "almost free".

Nor would I find myself motivated to value the lives of innocent people any less should the State miraculously find a method of dramatically reducing the costs of killing those who were not successful in mustering a sufficient defence to prove their innocence (rather through lack of resources or otherwise).

I would not wish my position to be misunderstood...
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